Mesh Routers VS Powerline Adapters and Wi-Fi Extenders
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Wireless coverage is IMPORTANT! No doubt over the course of the year you have seen the word ‘mesh’ being thrown around over and over again. For many of us, this kind of technology has existed for a while in large hotels, conference centres and pretty much anywhere where you need ample wireless coverage across hundreds or thousands of square metres. WHere it is for surveillance, clients, customers or just for the home, choose the right mesh network will be a difficult choice (given that there are literally hundreds of models released this year alone). Luckily I have gone through the best and the worst and below have compiled a guide to the best Mesh Routers of the year. Each of the top 5 mesh routers below was selected for there:
Wireless coverage is IMPORTANT! No doubt over the course of the year you have seen the word ‘mesh’ being thrown around over and over again. For many of us, this kind of technology has existed for a while in large hotels, conference centres and pretty much anywhere where you need ample wireless coverage across hundreds or thousands of square metres. WHere it is for surveillance, clients, customers or just for the home, choose the right mesh network will be a difficult choice (given that there are literally hundreds of models released this year alone). Luckily I have gone through the best and the worst and below have compiled a guide to the best Mesh Routers of the year. Each of the top 5 mesh routers below was selected for there:
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EXACTLY what I've been looking for. Excellently explained, insightful and detailed, yet not too complicated. Fantastic!
Great explanation, thanks a lot for the detailed comparison between them! Best video on the subject by far.
Brilliant explanation - just what I was looking for and saved me from making a bad purchase.
PS - my favourite part was the pretend walking
LOL! Yes, the very serious _"walking"_ motion cracked me up no end! ^_^
Me too!! I have used powerline for several years and it has recently dropped to 2-3Mbps!! I was thinking of replacing it but now my eyes are opened!!
Thanks I was really looking for this explanation
You have just explained why my 3 extenders have been a total waste of money. A mesh setup will be a bit of a stretch but I now see why it would be money well spent. Thank you.
Excellent video, many thanks. My 2000Mbs tp-link just dropped to 2-3 Mbps real speed and I was thinking I needed to replace it, thank you for the advice - now I won't waste my money!
Thank you for explaining this so well.
Very informative video. I think you've convinced me to go with the mesh network. Great job!
Aww.. Thank mate. Have a nice weekend
Me too
Simple and perfect explanation , thank you so much !
A great series of videos and well explained.
Great explanation of why mesh network is better and how they compare with regular range extenders. Very useful. Thanks.
This really helped out 👌🏼
I combined the two. I use powerline adapters to connect the mesh points throughout my home. That gives me a wired backbone for the whole network. Works great.
very smart
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am still trying to learn about ethernet (how it works and what is the best product) This helps a lot and I love how you went, so, so into detail. I understand a lot better now. I think I am gonna buy a mesh router.
6:22 😂😂😂 I love how he's pretending to walk around his house. it floored me! Good video though!! That just made me laugh so hard so I had to comment about it. Gotta finish watching now, so....
4 years of RADA darling.... I'm very method... *Closes eyes and pretends to sleep*
“As you you walk away” (then the shimmy dance)...very entertainingly educational
Great explanation dude.
Thank you, this really help me.
Excellent plain speak description on mesh systems . Love to hear you choice on a home mesh system to work with Sky Q and it’s mini boxes ( 5Ghz mesh system ) as well . Without losing connectivity to the mini boxes for multi room viewing .
Brilliant video. Thanks very much
Okay, finally found the man to answer the question. First off, great video. So I have a sky q booster box that I have a Ethernet feeding into my PC. Am I actually getting a Ethernet connection from that, on the pc it says it is but wanted to know your opinion.
Thanks
I was considering a mesh system to replace my old AirPort Extreme network and after research ended up with the Ubiquiti UniFi solution. They have several access points and you can easily extend your network. Have a look at their product. I use the UDM and a Nano HD access point to cover my home and garden. Great thing is these beauties get PoE.
I went Unifi in 2015 and now have 4xUAPS, 6xswitches, Unifi Protect, Cloudy Gen2 Plus, and the USG Pro. It gets addictive but you get superb wifi and networking :)
Cheers mate great explanation👍
So nice to hear someone say routers correctly
Great explanation! finally understand the difference :) thanks
Nice and very informative 👍 thanks
Very good analysis video.
Very helpful. Thank you, sir.
Thank you. Very helpful. I currently use 2 internet connections (to ensure I have backup in case one goes down). I have one connected with extender but the speed reduces from main router to what I get from the extended. Is there an option to have multiple internet connection via mesh?
thanks for the info..
Thanks for educating me.. I have a netgear Modem (cm1150v)and a Nighthawk router RAX80.. I am using a powerline extender upstairs and I plug it to my ps4.. I am still experiencing connection issue. Wich Mesh extender would you recommend in order to avoid this issue?
Very informational video👍 thanks
Thanks for the explanation 👍🏻
This video was incredibly clear and helpful. Thank you. I have a question. When setting up a mesh network, is it important to locate the main router in a central location in order to achieve the minimum distance between the main router and the satellites? I ask because my home is long and the optimal location to place a router is on a far end, not the center, because there is a switch at that location that distributes wired service to various rooms/wall outlets that I'd like to continue to use.
Thanks for the explanation....
This was very helpful. Thank you.
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@@katsinboo nice
You said all the things none of the Wired, PCMag, Tech reviews and info sites were saying. This is pretty much everything we need to hear.
Well explained sir. Got a like from me 👍
Thanks for the info. I have a DrayTek which is able to set roaming (detach if the signal to the device goes below a specified dam) do you think that would be a close enough utility to mesh. We're planning an extension and want to make sure the current DrayTek 2860 and AP900 will be good enough and auto switching. Thanks
Thank you so much! I have a main router connected to the modem and a hardwired access point and I could never figure out a way to automatically connect my iphone to the access point wifi when I moved away from the main router as it still had a weak connection from the main router.
Thank you for the explanation. I still didn't get one thing, the nodes connected around the house have to get the signal from the original node attached to the modem?... if the connection is not good it will be anyway a problem? will you need more nodes?
VERY HELPFUL THANKYOU
i was just about to consider just running lan cable through my bedroom from the rounter.
im currently using my router tplink c1200 , someone suggested me to use TP-LINK Deco M4 AC1200 Gigabit Mesh .
you mind helping me out wish mesh devices are probably the best for consistent speed or fairly better of my internet
thankyou
Can you use powerline adapters as part of the Ethernet back haul for mesh systems that have Ethernet ports? Can you also plug Ethernet switches into the ports to add more wired devices?
Thanks for this. Mesh router technology acts like a cell phone seemlessly passing the signal between different towers. The family friendly controls offer very good functionality to tame feral internet addiction.
I did a lil research before picking up the Netgear Powerlink 1000 today. My intention was to extend my WiFi signal, but If I keep it I'll have to upgrade or purchase a second router for my poor coverage area.
Excellent video. I learned more that I knew before. I have tried TP link, but have not managed to get it working well and have only tried adding more plug in units, sold to me by the Currys man. Our house is over 30 years old, I am not sure that the sockets are all on the same ring main. It is also a large house, corner to corner some 25 mt and the updated Sky router is in one corner and the TV and the opposite corner. Other areas that need Wi-Fi are very poorly served, such as the conservatory and upstairs. Is it important to have the power sockets on the same ring main and what would you suggest for a 4 bedroomed property that could perhaps have enough signal for Wi-Fi throughout with possibly a little beyond. Also, once set up, can the units be moved to other locations/rooms, perhaps in the summer moving one to an outside conservatory to get signal on the patio? We have the PC by the router, there are 3 mobile phones and three tablets. Does 'Mesh' help with landline phones as well? Also, we are in central UK if that helps.
Nice explanation
Bro! So good. I almost returned my M9 TPLink mesh for a Wifi Powerline to save a bit of money, but that would be annoying to switch it on my phone to the other Network every time I went to the loft from the basement or main floor. Cheers mate!
The item i Am trying to figure out is the difference between mesh wifi vs router with repeater or multi hard wire routers. I have in the past named all the networks the same name and the stronger signal would be the access point selected. Mostly worked fine. Occasionally would have to toggle wifi on and off to get the stronger point. This was 10 years ago. Looking to see what mesh is all about. You answered it the nodes device switching is why one would want mesh. But do mesh routers have to be in series to each other in hardwired. A lot of what i am seeing shows them being wireless placed about 30ft away from each other?
Thanks for the great info!
I have a question that I was hoping you could answer, because I am confused and cant find any information how to actually set it up....
I have a Netgear EX6150 and a EX7000 extender, is it possible to use both and how do I actually setup each one?
Do I have to start by first setting up 1 of the extenders with wire to my router Nighthawk R7000?
Then the other with a wire to my router?
Then unplug them from the router and set them up at different locations in my house?
Also setup both extender with different SSID than the router?
Is there something I am missing?
I want to get the best possible speeds and coverage of 3 floors in my house.
My Nighthawk R7000 sits in my basement
living room on the first floor
My office on 2 floor.
My office lacks good wifi coverage.
Appreciate your help:-)
Hi just came across your video I'm currently using a extender which is ok but doesn't give me the full speed with a mesh network does it plug into my existing hub my provider gave me and does the speed slow down thanks.
Thank you
My house isn't that big but I struggle a bit sometimes gaming in my room. Powerlines no good due to the old wires in the house and I'm using a Virgin router. Would I be better off just buying a better router? these mesh networks seem to come as a three and I don't need that many for this house
Which is better in terms of speed and latency, mesh or powerline?
Will you be including Asus AIMesh in your mesh breakdown videos?
If you're not moving a lot with a device in your hand, I will recommend the range extenders. When you play games or browse the internet on your laptop, most likely u will be at 1 stationary point. You can't play games and carry your laptop at the same time. Who does that? My home has some dead spots and worst, walls separating between the living room and bedrooms. So i recommend using the TP link AC2600 wifi range extender. That is the best in the range extender series. You then wirelessly connect the range extender to your main router, then you connect your laptop via lan cable to your range extender. I'm planning to get 1 more range extender.
Fahmy Rahim are you referring to wifi repeaters? They are trash. Or do you mean powerline adapters?
I bought a wifi extender (dlink ac1200 wifi extender) and it created a new wifi network. So on my wifi list I see my main network (which is weak) and a new one with _EXT at the end. Means that as you said, if I move in between, I have to manually switch to the other network unless I'm completely out of one's coverage so my device will connect to the next available network.
The conclusion is that I probably have to get a mesh wifi
But will the mesh network keep the speed and does it replace the hub you get from your provider?
This is what's used at corporate level indeed. Money are worth!
I have Netgear R7800 X4S Router, should I upgrade to AX wireless router. I mostly do heavy file transfers to NAS, which is connected to R7800.
Can I use with my tp link re650 wifi extender?
Which one is better for LAN though? powerline wifi extender lan or mesh lan?
THANKS!
I wanna know this, too! Someone answer plz!
Which option has the largest coverage? My friend says google’s wifi is 100 ft. Im trying to connect wifi for two buildings.
Should I buy ubiquity alien mesh or asus rog rapture gt-ax11000?
If I had bad latency with my wifi extender. What's better to solve? Powerline or Mesh? Thx very much.
My package is 200/200 but I can swap it to 400/50.
I think my main router is ac1200 or better. And my extender use ac1200.
I really still don’t get it. My devices pick up the closest Wi-Fi extender with the strongest signal. So what is mesh brining to the table? If someone can explain, does a mesh prevent the degradation of the Wi-Fi signal?
I disagree, I've have powerline adapters installed in my home and have had no problems whatsoever with regards to range and connection and speeds. I have more problems with wifi even mesh than any other device. And I am an Information Technology/Cybersecurity Specialist.
Just want to ask a question, will a mesh network slow down my overall network speed? I like having my current fast internet and will be peeved if its slowed down.
It won't use network unless there is demand if that's what you mean. In terms of actually connection it should be stronger as you will always have a greater signal strength around you home or office
I have ASUS mesh setup. Love it.
Which model?
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What about concrete buildings with lots of wiring? Is it possible that an expensive mesh signal doesn't even reach properly to the next floor?
Which provides better speed?
I have 500mb virgn and just need one more access point in my house that has something close. I've tried tp link powerline but the speed is cut to 100mb. Barely better than lower bars from the hub.
If i try mesh will I get the same? Surely if something is connecting wirelessly it's only as good as the strength of signal it gets from the hub.
Naturally I could go wired but that's a lot of ugly cabling around the house and I'm not digging into my walls etc.
Hi there - i have my main router in the ground floor of my house and i've had ethernet cable wired to the 1st floor and 2nd floor. Can I buy mesh devices and connect them via the ethernet cables and then get the whole seemless wifi value they offer? or do they only work via wireless connections?
Look at the Unifi system, arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/10/review-ubiquiti-unifi-made-me-realize-how-terrible-consumer-wi-fi-gear-is/ :)
Quick question: when connecting nodes with powerline adapters, if the network is just for internet traffic, does it matter if you get a 200mbps or 500mbps powerline adapter seeing as the bottleneck is the fibre speed at circa 70megs?
Powerline is flaky in general, and you're likely to never see those speeds advertised. Go with the higher rated speed if you can. However, if you are able to use Ethernet or MOCA instead, that would be even better.
@@tdub18914 I agree. We've had a lot of issues with powerline. To everyone reading this, run an ethernet cable. No substitute for that! Not thought about MOCA before. Are they more reliable than powerline?
@@redshift3639 I find MOCA to be as stable as Ethernet. I also have Powerline and stream HD on a Roku through it daily. It has occasional hiccups.
What if I have a very slow internet speed like 10-20 mbits/seconds, will 3 mesh wifi units divide the speed by 3 if I’m at the far opposite of my WiFi coverage?
Good explanation. Quick question; how does the mesh network know which node I'm close to?
My wifi extender have an option called wifi roaming which makes my router and wifi extender have the same ssid. How is it different to mesh system?
If i use parental controls on a router with powerline wifi extender, i can still stop access to sites or only allow access at specific times. The only advantage i really see (and it is significant) is about dynamically switching to the nearest access point based on signal strength. Throughput of powerline will depend on devices and quality of wiring, but for most home uses you're unlikely to hit your max router bandwidth.
Mesh is possible with powerline adapter if your router is from the same brand and both support it.
So my problem is that my router is placed in my first floor (main floor), but my computer is located upstairs, and get poor speed due to the distance i assume. What would be the best solution for this? Can i buy 2 of those mesh thingys and place one in the room with my computer, or isnt that going to help? Kinda new to all this stuff, so i would really appreciate any help i can get
Hey bro, I would recommend the tp link ac 2600 wifi range extender. Its cheaper than the mesh system. Why i prefer range extenders is because i'm not moving a lot. My laptop is on my study table and i connect it via lan cable to my range extender. The guy says "if you move around, it will connect to the nearest mesh node. Maybe if you play games on your smartphone and constantly moving in the house and dont want it to lag, perhaps use the mesh system. If you're using a laptop or play games on xbox one etc, or even watch smart tvs, i recommend the range extenders as these devices are stationary and dont move. 😊
any eletrician, can i conect the roof antena coper cable in side the repeater and get a repeater with a diffrent antena
My chromecast absolutely hated the power line adapter because the phone couldn't talk to it. Anyone know more about this and is mesh the way to go when it comes to chromecast use?
Hi I am using Google wifi at my home. But still my wifi is slow in some areas. Can I connect powerline adapter with google wifi?
My house is 72 years old and idk if the wiring has been changed. What should I do?
I live in a one bedroom apartment would the power line adapter be worth it or would the mesh routers is still better.
Apartments are problematic for both. Lots of contending Wifi signals from neighbors can result in mesh still being problematic. Powerline can be troublesome as you may share some circuitry with neighbors also, and if one of them also has Powerline then you could end up on the others' network. For a one bedroom apartment, you really shouldn't need any extending beyond a single AP/router.
why do I have lagspikes while gaming? i have a tplink deco m4. streaming, downloading and browsing has no problem. but when gaming i always get lagspikes. and the weird thing is i only lag while gaming on the pc but not on my smartphone. do you know what’s happening to my wifi? ps. i have a wifi adapter for my pc, getting wired is not possible since my router is far from my pc so thats why we bought a mesh wifi
Just walking along
does the mesh increase the latency and ist good for gaming
mraboglambo1 following this thread as I would like to know the answer
There is A wifi signal beside my home(65 Meter distance) I Want catch the Wifi Signal From My Home..But How? Plz Tell Me a Budget way?
Great video and explanation. I feel like Mesh routers are definetly the way to go instead of wifi extender but what if you want a wired connection. What is a more stable connection for my console. Would a mesh system do a better job than a Powerline adapter straight with ethernet?
I have the same question
@@kpray2369 Hey Kevin, I recently transitioned to a mesh system instead of a powerline system. I prefer the mesh router because I can directly connect and get the same speeds or more (my case). Plus I can direct connect more devices depending on the satellite node. I also get extended wifi. But this is my case.
I found a tp link on eBay for £40 but it’s only 1, is that fake or to good to be true?
They have 100% feedback probably a drop shipper.
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In conclusion, buy gigabit powerline adapters that are equipped with mesh WiFi.
Mesh routers are a good option for novice users. But for advanced users that know how to configure a quality router properly with a good wired backhaul, you are much better off avoiding mesh (and saving a lot of money). Yes Powerline Ethernet is flaky, so use quality backhaul options like standard Ethernet or MOCA (all including wireless are location-dependent). Using wireless for backhaul nearly defeats the purpose of the problem you are trying to solve in the first place, especially if you're in a multi-tenant dwelling with other Wifi APs competing for the same frequency bandwidth. As for not disconnecting from a router when you move further away, this is easily resolved by a one-time config setting in your "quality" router (i.e. Netgear Nighthawk, ASUS AC series) that automatically disconnect when the desired RSSI signal strength is reached, forcing devices to automatically roam to a more powerful signal. Personally, I would never use a mesh system but would certainly recommend to a novice who I know would never understand a router config page.
Hey, I live in apartment. Would powerline work?
Yes. As long as you are on a single fuse box. For a multi level concrete built apartment you will probably find a powerline better as you bypass the concrete structure via the electrical cables.
8:04 I understand you can control devices access to the Internet on your network - Mac address, QOS, schedules etc...
but than really all it takes for a kid smart enough is to simply get off your local network and switch on 4G or tether on to a separate network for that occasion.
I've seen a kid in a store mucking around with proxy settings on a computer, which shows me that fundamental understanding of tech would be second nature to the next generation. I feel sorry for parents who are not tech literate.
In my son's home property blocks signal and he's got TP links because the Virgin Wi-Fi doesn't reach the bedroom.
Iissue with mesh is it's still using wifi. Even if you run eithernet directly into it from lets say your pc to the mesh system, it'll not be true eithernet like you'll get with a powerline. For me an expensive powerline might be the way forward. I want stable ping not just fast speeds. I'd rather a slightly slower more stable connection, then a wifi signal with a variable ping & speeds. I could run a 60m long cable but i can't drill into any walls as i have an old house. Powerline is good if your only wanting it for room to room. Not so good if you want a stronger wifi signal, if you just want wifi boost in strenth then mesh is good but can also lead to bandwidth issues down the line.
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arent meshes slower than powerline adapters though?
Any of these connections and any other type EXCEPT the power-line, will share internet with your main router and eventually slow it down if it is already low!
yes that's the main point which wasn't mentioned was the throughput. There is no point having the range if the speed is halved in each instance.
Correct me if I’m wrong but the mesh system doesn’t slow down your connexion, not like repeater can do, because each mesh routers generate their own WiFi and connect to each others, the bandwidth is not divided and you get 100% of each connexion
@@shiros4ki-1 Only tri-band mesh systems don't halve the bandwidth. One band is for the upstream. The other is for the downstream, and the third band extends the range. Everything has it's own separate lane so there is no slow down.
9 hundred comment is theoretically correct but you have to consider these factors:
- You should have a huge number of 5GHz devices to justify the very expensive Tri-Band/mesh
- Tri-Band routers/mesh are more for marketing purpose with its extra 5GHz band
- Any dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router/mesh can deliver a lot more than a any house would ever need, and you save a lot of money.